Fertilizer Box - Clean Out - Landoll 5530 Operator's Manual

SEED BOX
DOOR LATCH
FERTILIZER
WHEEL METER
fertbox cleanout
Fertilizer Box – Clean Out
1. The fertilizer meters may be accessed for
maintenance or cleaning by removing the door
located at the bottom of the fertilizer meter assembly
(See Figure 4-27.)
2. Remove any remaining dry fertilizer from inside the
fertilizer compartment. Be prepared to catch the
remaining fertilizer before opening the door. Position
the drill over a smooth, clean, dry surface, or spread
out a tarp below the box. Release and unhook the
latches and allow the door to swing forward.
Figure 4-27: Fertilizer Box Clean Out
3. Dry fertilizer is very corrosive and absorbs moisture.
4. Storage – before storing the drill for extended
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
SEED METER
FERTILIZER DOOR
Clean out any fertilizer as soon as possible after
using the drill.
periods, clean out any remaining seed and fertilizer
from the boxes. Remove the fertilizer doors on the
outside of the box and fertilizer covers on the inside
of the box. Use water to wash out any remaining
fertilizer within the boxes and in the fertilizer meter
assemblies.
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